ATI LPN
Infection Control Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse assesses that the flap created after laryngectomy in the immediate post-operative period appears dusky in color. What is the nurse's first action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A complete assessment of the area, including Doppler activity of major feeding vessels, needs to be completed and the surgeon must be notified; the client may have to be returned to the operating room immediately.
Question 2 of 5
Some humans are reservoirs for the infectious agent but do not exhibit any manifestations of the disease, they are called:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Carriers harbor pathogens without symptoms, posing a transmission risk.
Question 3 of 5
Is the flu vaccine good for life?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flu vaccines are annual due to viral strain changes.
Question 4 of 5
During which stage of infection is the person most infectious?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pathogen load peaks in the prodromal stage, increasing contagiousness.
Question 5 of 5
What is the acceptable fingernail length?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Short nails (1/4'') reduce bacterial harboring.